Hangar_1427_Floors_RFI's.pdf

W912JB-16-B-4006 RFI’S

1. There are 12”x12” tiles on the first floor which need to be removed. Have they been tested for asbestos? A. See item 5 answer.

2. Does the customer want an overage figured for attic stock or not? A. No.

3. The carpet spec says Patcraft 28 0z. Is it acceptable to use the standard weight for Patcraft which is 26 ounces? A. Per the Selfridge Base architect, 28oz is required.

4. Typical carpet tile specs are between 18-20 oz. . The required 28 oz. carpet tile is custom, special order. Would you please specify a carpet tile to establish a basis of quality or publish the default specification for carpet tiles? Patcraft 28oz. commercial carpet tile is NOT a standard tile. A.

Refer to #3

5. Has the existing vinyl tile been tested for ACM? A. The hangar floor was renovated in 2003, and no testing is required by base environmental as the tile at the time was non asbestos. Further consultation with base environmental has indicated that asbestos is not present.

6. Is the existing floor finish to be removed? Or can the new carpet tiles be installed over the existing floor finishes. A. layer over the existing floor tile if it is firmly adhere to the concrete floor.

7. Will the manufacturer’s installation recommendations govern the installation of the new carpet tile? If not, please publish what the requirements will be. A. use the manufacture’s recommendation’s for installation.

8. Are the stair risers AND treads to be installed? Or just treads? A. just the treads.

9. SOW requires "glue-down" carpet tiles. Please clarify if full-spread, grid pattern, or tile-loc is required or manufacturer’s recommendations supercede all requirements? A. manufacture’s recommendations.

10. SOW requires "edge sealer on all cut edges"...does this mean that all edges of the carpet tile are to be seam-sealed? This should only apply to broadloom carpet. Please clarify. A. NO.